2001 BMW 520 vs. 2001 Oldsmobile O4
To start off, both 2001 BMW 520 and 2001 Oldsmobile O4 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 520 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile O4.
Because 2001 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile O4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile O4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 520 | 2001 Oldsmobile O4 | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 520 | O4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |